This portion of the site is divided into three categories to assist users in finding helpful information related to the goal and issues addressed by NCCAN!
For Families
NCCAN! provides direction for parents and children, to organizations that are dedicated to getting children outside. Whether its through offered programs or reliable information, this comprehensive list is sure to be a great starting point in involving the whole family.
For Professionals
NCCAN! provides professional resources on how to promote children’s health, education, and overall well-being through their work by promoting connections between children and nature and outdoor activity.
Pediatricians, nutritionists, public health, school health, and other medical professionals, environment specialists, community planners, policy makers, contractors and many more can benefit from this resource.
For Educators
NCCAN! provides a way to bring the classroom outdoors! Whether you are a classroom teacher or a non-formal educator, taking learning outside is a great way to enhance education and invigorate your students. Take a look at the sites we have found useful.
Research
NCCAN! provides a growing body of research that demonstrates the importance of building connections with the outside world and the data that supports our efforts. Some of the research is general, some id specific to health care, education, and other impacts.